After numerous fights, they finally retrieved the Evil Force plans and decided to enter through the Southern Gate, seeing there were only a few guards there. Soon after, the Party arrived at the Southern Gate and realized that it was a trick and found all the guards waiting for them there. The guards were almost all defeated until Chloe summoned the Dark Nephilim. They used magic and previously learned skills to destroy the Dark Nephilim and escaped the Southern Gate. The Centurion of Velder named Vanessa asked the El Search Party to deliver a rescue letter all the way across the sea to the other side of the continent.
Vanessa:... It's a message from Eve, Raven, and Aisha. They successfully reclaimed Commercial District 1.
Elesis:That's good news! That's Residential Area 2, 3, and Commercial District reclaimed with the last few days of operation?
Elesis:Let's try our best to drive out the demons and return the refugees their homes.
Vanessa:Of course. But back to the matter at hand... So you're the only one who came to Velder? There will be no additional reinforcements from the Red Knights?
Elesis:Yeah, just me. They're still completing their mission in Hamel.
Elesis:I did send a message explaining the situation and an order to come back, but we don't exactly have time to wait for their arrival.
Vanessa:I see. That's a shame. Their support would have been a great help reclaiming the captial.
Elesis:Sorry, sorry. We won't receive any aid from the Knights, but I'm here to help!
Vanessa:You have no reason to be sorry about. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't have managed to reclaim the city during the last few days. Just the news that you're helping us is raising the spirits of our troops.
Rena:Everyone is praising the heroics of the Red-Haired Knight. You must be some kind of savior to them.
Elesis:Haha, I'm not that great. The rumors must be exaggerated.
Rena:You two look really alike, but I had no idea you were Elsword's sister. Elsword, why didn't you say anything?
Elsword:I don't have to say anything.
Elesis:Yes, why didn't you? Embarrassed about your big sister?
Elsword:N... no!
Rena:Oooh, that sounds like a yes. I guess I have to try hard to make you proud.
Elsword:I said it's not like that!
(SWING)
Raven:It's seems we're all here.
Eve:Were you waiting? We've just come back from scouting the commercial district. I have scanned the area, and confirmed there are no remaining enemy troops.
Rena:Great job. You mentioned the demons are acting strangely? Is that why you summoned us? You should have really taken a rest.
Raven:Yes. Once we retreated from the capital, we have been fighting small battles at the residential districts for the last several days. There were minimal casualties on both sides.
Rena:Yeah, there weren't many demons. Considering the numbers when we were attempting to reclaim the palace, they could have attacked us at any point to drive us away from the outskirts.
Raven:Take a look at this.
(SWOOSH)
Vanessa:Is this...?
Raven:Troop placement of the demon army.
Elesis:Whoa! How did you get this? Did you join them, then leave or something?
Raven:The Glitter Commander had it. He wasn't in a state to give permission, so we borrowed it.
Rena:Is it me, or you made sure he wouldn't be in a state to answer?
Raven:Think what you want. Anyway, if you take a look over here, you can see that the demons troops are gathered in this area over here, near the Southern Gate.
Elesis:Ah! It had to be the Southern Gate...
Vanessa:There are not that many. As I thought, they're not getting any reinforcements.
Aisha:Any chance this map is also a trap?
Rena:You think so? But we felt it first hand that their numbers are dwindling.
Raven:... We need to end it now, before they open the dimension gate again and rebuild their forces.
Elesis:I don't think we can trust this map 100% either. Even if this wasn't a trap, once they realize we have this map, they might rearrange their placement.
Elesis:But you believe there's a reason demons have placed themselves in this formation, don't you?
Elsword:... What's beyond Southern Gate?
Aisha:There's a port, that connects to Senace and Northern Empire of Fluone...
Rena:Do you think the demons are trying to leave Velder?
Raven:Unfortunately, at the moment, we do not have the resources to figure it out. Southern Gates will likely be our final battle. We will strike with the outskirt guards.
Noel:Give everything we've got? Do we have a plan?
Raven:We might not be in an advantage, but there's a special switch at Southern Gate to prevent enemies from retreating in case of any invasion.
Vanessa:Oh...! Yes. There are barricades set up on the palace walls.
Vanessa:Demons shouldn't know about those, so if we utilize them, there's a chance!
Vanessa:Now we march! To Southern Gate!
[Few Days Later, Velder Outskirts Command Room]
Vanessa:... It's a message from Eve, Raven, and Aisha. They successfully reclaimed Commercial District 1.
Elesis:That's good news! That's Residential Area 2, 3, and Commercial District reclaimed with the last few days of operation?
Elesis:Let's try our best to drive out the demons and return the refugees their homes.
Vanessa:Of course. But back to the matter at hand... So you're the only one who came to Velder? There will be no additional reinforcements from the Red Knights?
Elesis:Yeah, just me. They're still completing their mission in Hamel.
Elesis:I did send a message explaining the situation and an order to come back, but we don't exactly have time to wait for their arrival.
Vanessa:I see. That's a shame. Their support would have been a great help reclaiming the captial.
Elesis:Sorry, sorry. We won't receive any aid from the Knights, but I'm here to help!
Vanessa:You have no reason to be sorry about. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't have managed to reclaim the city during the last few days. Just the news that you're helping us is raising the spirits of our troops.
Rena:Everyone is praising the heroics of the Red-Haired Knight. You must be some kind of savior to them.
Elesis:Haha, I'm not that great. The rumors must be exaggerated.
Rena:You two look really alike, but I had no idea you were Elsword's sister. Elsword, why didn't you say anything?
Elsword:I don't have to say anything.
Elesis:Yes, why didn't you? Embarrassed about your big sister?
Elsword:N... no!
Rena:Oooh, that sounds like a yes. I guess I have to try hard to make you proud.
Elsword:I said it's not like that!
(SWING)
Raven:It's seems we're all here.
Eve:Were you waiting? We've just come back from scouting the commercial district. I have scanned the area, and confirmed there are no remaining enemy troops.
Rena:Great job. You mentioned the demons are acting strangely? Is that why you summoned us? You should have really taken a rest.
Raven:Yes. Once we retreated from the capital, we have been fighting small battles at the residential districts for the last several days. There were minimal casualties on both sides.
Rena:Yeah, there weren't many demons. Considering the numbers when we were attempting to reclaim the palace, they could have attacked us at any point to drive us away from the outskirts.
Raven:Take a look at this.
(SWOOSH)
Vanessa:Is this...?
Raven:Troop placement of the demon army.
Elesis:Whoa! How did you get this? Did you join them, then leave or something?
Raven:The Glitter Commander had it. He wasn't in a state to give permission, so we borrowed it.
Rena:Is it me, or you made sure he wouldn't be in a state to answer?
Raven:Think what you want. Anyway, if you take a look over here, you can see that the demons troops are gathered in this area over here, near the Southern Gate.
Elesis:Ah! It had to be the Southern Gate...
Vanessa:There are not that many. As I thought, they're not getting any reinforcements.
Ain:(... It's probably because I close the dimension gate that they can't come over.)
Ain:(There's no way back to the Demon Realm. You can try escaping your fate, but you will die in this land, demon bastards...)
Aisha:Any chance this map is also a trap?
Rena:You think so? But we felt it first hand that their numbers are dwindling.
Raven:... We need to end it now, before they open the dimension gate again and rebuild their forces.
Elesis:I don't think we can trust this map 100% either. Even if this wasn't a trap, once they realize we have this map, they might rearrange their placement.
Elesis:But you believe there's a reason demons have placed themselves in this formation, don't you?
Elsword:... What's beyond Southern Gate?
Aisha:There's a port, that connects to Senace and Northern Empire of Fluone...
Rena:Do you think the demons are trying to leave Velder?
Raven:Unfortunately, at the moment, we do not have the resources to figure it out. Southern Gates will likely be our final battle. We will strike with the outskirt guards.
Noel:Give everything we've got? Do we have a plan?
Raven:We might not be in an advantage, but there's a special switch at Southern Gate to prevent enemies from retreating in case of any invasion.
Vanessa:Oh...! Yes. There are barricades set up on the palace walls.
Vanessa:Demons shouldn't know about those, so if we utilize them, there's a chance!
Ain:(My power is not back yet... How frustrating that I can't use my power... Is my only option to trust Elsword?)
Elsword:...
Ain:Elsword, what are you thinking about?
Elsword:... Ah, huh? Did you call me, Ain?
Elsword:I just... realize how different it is with my Sis here.
Elsword:I thought I have become stronger after resolving the situation at Feita, but I guess I still got a long way to go.
Ain:You were pushing yourself because Velder's situation was not good.
Ain:Still, don't try to solve everything on your own. You have to take care of yourself.
Ain:You're doing well, Elsword. Keep up the good work.
Vanessa:We've confirmed that the Dark Elf commanding the army led the army inside the palace.
Rena:Shouldn't we use this chance to stop Chloe? What if she summons a powerful spirit like last time?
Aisha:Don't worry. You need a lot of prep in order to summon a spirit of that caliber. I don't think it's possible for them right now.
Vanessa:We succeeded in reclaiming the capital, but we don't have enough resources to drive out the demons inside the palace. Elesis, have you not heard back from the Red Knights yet?
Elesis:Nothing. They should have gotten back to me by now... Maybe they're having trouble on their end.
Aisha:Uh, why did the Red Knights head to Hamel in the first place?
Elesis:Hm, that's a long story...
Elesis:Several years ago, unknown beasts appeared in Senace. Senace Army had no way of dealing with them. There were massive casualties in a short period of time.
Raven:I heard the rumor. But Senace Knights are strong. I thought it was exaggerated. It was really that bad?
Elesis:Yes, well. You all have battle experience, so you know the basics, right?
Elesis:Animals, humans, we all have our weakness. You know where to hit to land a clear hit.
Aisha:But the monsters that appeared in Senace defied all natural laws... Is that what you are saying?
Elesis:Yes... and I have fought them before. Now you have, as well.
Elsword:So the monsters that showed up in Hamel were demons?
Elesis:When the Red Knights were still called the Red Mercenaries, I fought against Chloe and learned about demons. They were terrifying enemies.
Elesis:I tried to report my findings, but couldn't. The Kingdom was in disarray at the time... And I didn't know much.
Elesis:There was treason, civil war... The whole kingdom was in chaos. It wasn't the right time to bring up and unknown enemy that I had no knowledge of.
Raven:...
Elesis:So I tried collecting more information. That's when I received a call for help from the Knight of White Armor from Hamel.
Elesis:He's description of the situation and the monsters that attacked Senace... It was something familiar.
Rena:That's why the Red Kngihts headed to Hamel? But then, why didn't you go?
Elesis:I needed to take a look around Lurensia first. There were areas with particularly strong demonic energy. Like Feita, or the Shadow Forest.
Eve:Yes. We faced against demons in Feita.
Elesis:When I was there, there were no demons, though the beasts were acting violent due to the evil energy surrounding the area. That's why I went directly to the Shadow Forest. I guess we barely missed each other.
Elesis:I thought I was keeping a close look on the demons, but it seems they were more well prepared than I thought. It's unfortunate... but there's no choice but to charge forward with our head held high.
Elesis:Vanessa? I'll head over to Hamel and bring the Red Knights. I need to know what's going on in Senace as well.
Elsword:I'll go too.
Elesis:Thank you. I can rely on you.
Elesis:You came here with Elsword, correct? Will you be coming as well?
Raven:Yes. Our goal is to stop the demons.
Aisha:The Water El is at Senace. Their situation might be similar to Velder's.
Elesis:Alright! You all fight really well. It seems Elsword was able to make good friends.
Elesis:Since we'll be traveling together, let me formally introduce myself. I'm Elesis, Captain of the Red Knights and this kid's older sister. Nice to meet you!
Vanessa:If you're headed to Hamel, I have a letter for you. I hope you reach the Red Knights safely.
Vanessa:We will guard Velder with our lives until you return!
[Velder Outskirts]
Vanessa:We've confirmed that the Dark Elf commanding the army led the army inside the palace.
Rena:Shouldn't we use this chance to stop Chloe? What if she summons a powerful spirit like last time?
Aisha:Don't worry. You need a lot of prep in order to summon a spirit of that caliber. I don't think it's possible for them right now.
Vanessa:We succeeded in reclaiming the capital, but we don't have enough resources to drive out the demons inside the palace. Elesis, have you not heard back from the Red Knights yet?
Elesis:Nothing. They should have gotten back to me by now... Maybe they're having trouble on their end.
Aisha:Uh, why did the Red Knights head to Hamel in the first place?
Elesis:Hm, that's a long story...
Elesis:Several years ago, unknown beasts appeared in Senace. Senace Army had no way of dealing with them. There were massive casualties in a short period of time.
Raven:I heard the rumor. But Senace Knights are strong. I thought it was exaggerated. It was really that bad?
Elesis:Yes, well. You all have battle experience, so you know the basics, right?
Elesis:Animals, humans, we all have our weakness. You know where to hit to land a clear hit.
Aisha:But the monsters that appeared in Senace defied all natural laws... Is that what you are saying?
Elesis:Yes... and I have fought them before. Now you have, as well.
Elsword:So the monsters that showed up in Hamel were demons?
Elesis:When the Red Knights were still called the Red Mercenaries, I fought against Chloe and learned about demons. They were terrifying enemies.
Elesis:I tried to report my findings, but couldn't. The Kingdom was in disarray at the time... And I didn't know much.
Elesis:There was treason, civil war... The whole kingdom was in chaos. It wasn't the right time to bring up and unknown enemy that I had no knowledge of.
Raven:...
Elesis:So I tried collecting more information. That's when I received a call for help from the Knight of White Armor from Hamel.
Elesis:He's description of the situation and the monsters that attacked Senace... It was something familiar.
Rena:That's why the Red Kngihts headed to Hamel? But then, why didn't you go?
Elesis:I needed to take a look around Lurensia first. There were areas with particularly strong demonic energy. Like Feita, or the Shadow Forest.
Eve:Yes. We faced against demons in Feita.
Elesis:When I was there, there were no demons, though the beasts were acting violent due to the evil energy surrounding the area. That's why I went directly to the Shadow Forest. I guess we barely missed each other.
Elesis:I thought I was keeping a close look on the demons, but it seems they were more well prepared than I thought. It's unfortunate... but there's no choice but to charge forward with our head held high.
Elesis:Vanessa? I'll head over to Hamel and bring the Red Knights. I need to know what's going on in Senace as well.
Elsword:I'll go too.
Elesis:Thank you. I can rely on you.
Elesis:You came here with Elsword, correct? Will you be coming as well?
Raven:Yes. Our goal is to stop the demons.
Aisha:The Water El is at Senace. Their situation might be similar to Velder's.
Ain:(If demons are using the El shard to their whim, I must check on the El at Senace as well...)
Elesis:Alright! You all fight really well. It seems Elsword was able to make good friends.
Elesis:Since we'll be traveling together, let me formally introduce myself. I'm Elesis, Captain of the Red Knights and this kid's older sister. Nice to meet you!
Vanessa:If you're headed to Hamel, I have a letter for you. I hope you reach the Red Knights safely.
Vanessa:We will guard Velder with our lives until you return!
Quest Completion Dialogue
???:...
Noel:Hey, we confirmed your claim. You were right. A demon alchemist named Joaquin or something took over one of the residential districts and were making potions.
Noel:We dismantled his alchemy tools and labs, but the demon got away.
???:What a sloppy job. Hmph, at least his tools were taken care of. He won't be up to any tricks for a while.
Noel:Yes. The demons forces have weakened, and there are soldiers chasing him, so we should be able to capture him soon. In any case, how did you even notice what he was up to?
???:I just happen to come across the demons taking potions. If you have anymore questions, ask the dog slurping tea. I'm not interested in medicine.
Noel:Alright. Thanks to you, we were able to fix our siege artillery... So? What is your request?
???:I need a boat.
Noel:Where to?
???:Senace of Fluone. Hamel.
Noel:Hm? There are a lot of people headed to Hamel these days.
Noel:Alright. I can get you a boat. I have some connections.
???:Kuhuhu, be quick. I'm in a hurry.
???:The Queen of the Nasod... I will see you soon. Kuhahaha!